Today’s Meditation

Home And Helper

From The Upper Room The World’s Most Widely Read Daily Devotional Guide

Read John 14:1-17

Do not let your hearts be troubled.

- John 14:1 (NIV)

Last week I travelled to my hometown. The trip was not pleasant. We endured bumpy roads, irritating neighbors, a boring movie, and crowded seating. But in spite of all these difficulties, I was able to enjoy my travel for two reasons. First, I knew that the next morning I would be at home. Second, my wife was by my side. She always wants to help me; she assists me in all that I do. I talk about how I feel, and she understands and encourages me. She is a good helper. The confidence that I would reach my home and the comfort of having a helper at my side made my journey joyful and kept me on course.

Jesus assured his disciples of similar help and comfort, promising a home and a helper. He knew that dark days were awaiting him and his friends, but still he said, “Do not let your hearts be troubled.” Jesus encouraged them with the promises that he was going to prepare a place for them in heaven and that the Father would send the Holy Spirit to be their advocate and comforter.

We have those same assurances today. The balm for troubled hearts is remembering that we have a place in heaven and accepting the comfort and guidance of the Holy Spirit, our helper and companion as we journey home.

Kingsly Daniel

(Tamil Nadu, India)

Thought for the Day: Go to devotional.upperroom.org/blog to see a picture of Kingsly and his wife.

Prayer: Dear Father, thank you for the promise of a home in heaven at the end of our journey. And thank you for your constant presence with us through your Holy Spirit. Amen.